Intended Use; Safety Warnings - Makita VC008G Instruction Manual

Only for EU countries
Ni-MH
Due to the presence of hazardous com-
Li-ion
ponents in the equipment, waste electrical
and electronic equipment, accumulators
and batteries may have a negative impact
on the environment and human health.
Do not dispose of electrical and electronic
appliances or batteries with household
waste!
In accordance with the European Directive
on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment and on accumulators and batteries
and waste accumulators and batteries,
as well as their adaptation to national law,
waste electrical equipment, batteries and
accumulators should be stored separately
and delivered to a separate collection point
for municipal waste, operating in accor-
dance with the regulations on environmen-
tal protection.
This is indicated by the symbol of the
crossed-out wheeled bin placed on the
equipment.

Intended use

The tool is intended for collecting dry dust. The tool
is suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels,
schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and rental
businesses.

SAFETY WARNINGS

Cordless vacuum cleaner safety
warnings
WARNING:
IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY
all safety warnings and all instructions BEFORE
USE. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
1. Before use, make sure that this cleaner must
be used by people who have been adequately
instructed on the use of this cleaner.
2. Do not use the cleaner without the filter.
Replace a damaged filter immediately.
3. Do not attempt to pick up flammable materials,
fire works, lighted cigarettes, hot ashes, hot
metal chips, sharp materials such as razors,
needles, broken glass or the like.
4. NEVER USE THE CLEANER IN THE VICINITY
OF GASOLINE, GAS, PAINT, ADHESIVES OR
OTHER HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES.
The switch emits sparks when turned ON
and OFF. And so does the motor commutator
during operation. A dangerous explosion may
result.
This cleaner is not suitable for picking up
5.
hazardous dust.
Never vacuum up toxic, carcinogenic, com-
6.
bustible or other hazardous materials such
as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium,
lead, pesticides, or other health endangering
materials.
Never use the cleaner outdoors in the rain.
7.
8. For Finland, this machine is not to be used
outdoors at low temperature.
9. Do not use close to heat sources (stoves, etc.).
10. Do not block cooling vents. These vents per-
mit cooling of the motor. Blockage should be
carefully avoided otherwise the motor will burn
out from lack of ventilation.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
11.
12. Do not fold, tug or step on the hose.
13. Stop the cleaner immediately if you notice
poor performance or anything abnormal
during operation.
14. DISCONNECT THE BATTERIES. When not in
use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories.
15. Clean and service the cleaner immediately
after each use to keep it in tiptop operating
condition.
16. MAINTAIN THE CLEANER WITH CARE. Keep
the cleaner clean for better and safer per-
formance. Follow instructions for changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease.
17. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the cleaner, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to deter-
mine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by authorized service cen-
ter. Don't use the cleaner if switch does not
turn it on and off.
18. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
19. When not in use, always store the cleaner
indoors.
20. Be kind to your cleaner. Rough handling can
cause breakage of even the most sturdily built
cleaner.
21. Do not attempt to clean the exterior or interior
with benzine, thinner or cleaning chemicals.
Cracks and discoloration may be caused.
22. Do not use cleaner in an enclosed space where
flammable, explosive or toxic vapors are given
off by oil-base paint, paint-thinner, gasoline,
some mothproofing substances, etc., or in
areas where flammable dust is present.
23. Do not operate the cleaner while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
24. As a basic rule of safety, use safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields.
25. Use a dust mask in dusty work conditions.
26. This machine is not intended for use by per-
sons including children with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge.
27. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the cleaner.
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